How long does mosquito barrier spray last?

Each treatment provides effective mosquito control for 3 to 4 weeks, depending on rainfall, temperature, and mosquito pressure in your neighborhood. During peak Minnesota mosquito season (June through August), most customers schedule treatments every 3 weeks for continuous protection. We'll build a schedule that matches your yard and your outdoor plans.

Is mosquito treatment safe for my kids and dogs?

Yes. Once the barrier spray has fully dried — usually within 30 to 60 minutes — your yard is completely safe for children, pets, and anyone else using the space. Our licensed applicators use EPA-approved products at label-specified rates, and we never treat edible gardens or fruit-bearing plants. Many of our technicians are pet owners and parents themselves.

When can we go outside after treatment?

We recommend staying off treated areas until the spray has fully dried, which typically takes 30 minutes to an hour depending on humidity and temperature. After that, it's business as usual — grill out, let the kids run around, throw the ball for the dog. You'll start noticing dramatically fewer mosquitoes that same evening.

How many treatments will I need for the summer?

Minnesota's mosquito season runs from early May through September, so most Twin Cities customers opt for 5 to 7 treatments spaced about 3 weeks apart for full-season coverage. You can also book single treatments ahead of a graduation party, wedding, or backyard BBQ. There are no contracts — we'll recommend what makes sense for your yard and you decide.

Will mosquito control kill bees, butterflies, or beneficial insects?

We take pollinator safety seriously. Our technicians are trained to avoid treating flowering plants, and we apply barrier sprays to mosquito resting areas — shaded foliage, tree lines, and fence rows — rather than blooms where bees and butterflies forage. Treatments are scheduled during low pollinator activity when possible, and the product binds to foliage rather than drifting through the yard.

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Why Twin Cities Homeowners Choose Lawnworks for Mosquito Control

Fast-Acting Barrier Spray

Our EPA-approved treatment kills mosquitoes on contact and creates an invisible barrier around your entire yard. You'll notice a dramatic difference the very first evening after treatment.

Lasts 3 to 4 Weeks

One treatment keeps biting mosquitoes away for 3 to 4 weeks — no nightly sprays, no citronella candles, no constant reapplication. Set it and forget it all summer long.

Safe for Kids & Pets After Dry

Once the application dries (typically 30 to 60 minutes), your yard is completely safe for children, dogs, and family pets. We use targeted products applied by licensed Minnesota applicators.

Full Perimeter Coverage

We treat the entire yard perimeter, shrubs, tree lines, fence rows, and shaded resting areas where mosquitoes hide during the day. Complete coverage means complete relief.

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"Reliable service, nice summaries are sent after each service."

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What's In Your Custom Plan

All included based on your lawn's specific needs — only pay for what you actually need.

Fertilizing

Monthly nutrients for thick, green growth all season long

Weed Control

Pre-emergent & post-emergent treatments for a weed-free yard

Aeration

Reduce compaction and let your roots breathe deeper

Overseeding

Fill thin patches with premium seed for a fuller lawn

Mosquito Control

Barrier spray keeps your backyard enjoyable all season

Grub Control

Preventative treatment stops underground damage before it starts

All services included in your custom plan based on your lawn’s specific needs.

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